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Increased Cell Phone Usage Linked to Depression
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Increased Cell Phone Usage Linked to Depression When was the last time you looked at your phone? For most of us, it was probably fairly recently, which could be an indicator of a booming social life or a hectic work schedule. But could it also provide insight into our mental state? Researchers at Northwestern University believe so, claiming the more you use your phone, the more likely you are to be depressed. The new study, published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research, found that depression could be detected from smartphone usage—and it's possibly a better indicator of the condition than one's own self-assessment. In fact, scientists were able to identify people with depressive symptoms with 87% accuracy, just according to their phone data. According to the findings, people with more depressive symptoms were found to visit fewer locations, spending the majority of their time between "favorite" locations such as home and work. No surprise there. But phone usage was also a key factor in determining the severity of depression, as higher levels of depressive symptoms were directly related to more use of a phone, in terms of both duration and frequency. Because cell phones are such an integral part of our daily lives—and because phone sensors can track our daily habits so accurately—researchers believe the devices could play an important role in determining early signs of conditions like depression, and possibly even improving treatment options down the line. I have recommended smartphone apps to several that suffer from depression and other mood disorders. Apps that my have found particularly helpful are those that promote Mindfulness and Daily Affirmations. Curious minds want to know- would you (or have you) used any apps on your smart phone to help decrease stress or depression?  |
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hmm, using cell phones sounds like a good thing, but using it too much sounds like it can be detrimental to one's health! “Life is available only in the present moment.” Thich Nhat Hanh Come and read my blog! Become a watcher! veryfunnycple64 
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I wouldnt use any of them, I can barely be bothered to look at my phone most afternoons. I pick it up when i get notifications or texts but I only use it to clear the incessant notifications from FB or the like. Aut viam inveniam aut faciam Tips for Guys to Meet Women  Things i miss most about relationships
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Personally, I'm not all that tied to my phone, perhaps because it is not MY phone at all, but work's phone. When Bunny and I went to dinner last night before the HNW photo shoot, she left her phone in the car. I didn't realize it at the time, but am now appreciating what a HUGE deal that was for her – and for me to, to have her undivided attention for over an hour!! My Shoes Theme, on HNW No Photo Zone The Dating Site that Continues to Work for You Channeling Canadian Bloggers on HNW My Private Blog – Tell me All your Secrets
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